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So I just had the good fortune of finding a Saddleback Notepad Holder in the "Dave's Deals" section for 25% off, and as I've been lusting after one for years, I couldn't pass it up!

 

In addition, this will mark the start of my updated writing process. I find that carrying numerous notebooks around just doesn't work for me, so I'm going to write everything on in a letter / legal pad and then file the individual sheets in binders as appropriate (Work, Journal, etc...).

 

Given this, what notepads come highly recommended that won't break the bank? Since it's going to be used for both work and personal writing, I'm looking for affordable paper that is still a pleasure to write on.

 

Additionally, a size question. The notebook holder from Saddleback holds A4, Legal and Letter sized pads. Being that I'm in the United States, A4 binders aren't available. Frankly, Legal sized binders are hard to find. However, I find that very little decent paper comes Letter sided. Does anyone have any recommendations for sorting this out? I'm sure I'm not the only one who wants to put notepad paper in binders! :)

 

Finally, finding notepads that are pre-punched for securing in a binder would be a huge plus as then it's just tear and file for me!

 

Thanks for any recommendations!

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For paper I like the Clairefontaine top stapled A4 pads, great for fountain pens. But it's not 3 hole punched. However, Rhodia makes an A4 top staple bound pad that is 3 hole punched. It's 80gsm as opposed to 90gsm, but it still good stuff.

 

http://www.gouletpens.com/Black_Rhodia_No_18_Lined_with_Margin_3_holes_p/r186009.htm

 

As for binding, I don't know, I'm sure there are A4 binders available here in the States, I have no experience with them. I really hate 3 ring binders so I stay far away from them.

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You can try Tops Docket Gold notepads. They are FP friendly and available at OfficeMax and OfficeDepot.

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Thanks for the recommendations!

 

It's a real pain. As far as I can tell, finding A4 size notebooks is actually quite hard -- I'll probably have to order them.

 

Are there any other preferred methods of storing loose papers?

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I use the letter sized yellow legal pads that Staples sells in a 12 pack as their own brand. Don't know much about the source of the paper but I write with fountain pens and have never had a problem of bleed, etc. I only write on one side but could easily use both sides.

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I use Staples sugarcane note pads, and Levenger's notepads. i am very happy with both.

 

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I don't suppose you know where to source a 2 or 4 hole punched Rhodia pad?

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Believe it or not: Staples has A4 binders.

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Wow! So much great advice!

 

I found some decent looking letter sized, pre punched pads in the work supply cabinet. They're called "Tops Double Docket Gold". I grabbed one and tried it last night with a couple pens. No bleed through, but it felt so,what scratchy. It would work, but not long term.

 

I've heard great things about Levenger, but I've also heard some people complaining of quality issues recently. They layout does intrigue me though, so I may give them a try!

 

As much as I love the idea of Rhodia, the amount of work notes I take may make these cost prohibitive.

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Believe it or not: Staples has A4 binders.

If this is true, it opens up a lot of options! I'll have to check my local store!

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Sustainable Earth or Golden Fibre note pads (8.5x11) are great, IMO, and very economical. Both from Staples. I don't remember any of them being 3-hole punched however. At the price, you could afford the paper AND a 3-hole puncher :)

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Sustainable Earth or Golden Fibre note pads (8.5x11) are great, IMO, and very economical. Both from Staples. I don't remember any of them being 3-hole punched however. At the price, you could afford the paper AND a 3-hole puncher :)

You're right! At the prices for these pads I could afford a three hole punch!

 

I swapped to some wetter inks and my pens are running much smoother on the Tops Double Docket Gold. These may work out after all. Time will tell. But I do see a trip to Staples in my future :)

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